The Association for Women Lawyers Foundation is the charitable arm of the AWL professional chapter. Each year, the Foundation awards scholarships to women law students enrolled in Marquette University Law School and the University of Wisconsin Law School.

There are three different scholarship opportunities available. For details and how to apply, download the application. All application materials must be received no later than April 15, 2026.

Applications are currently being accepted. Applicants must satisfy the requirements listed in the linked application.

How to Apply

A complete application must include:

• A current resume;
• A law school transcript; and
• A cover letter.
• An official transcript is preferred; however an unofficial transcript is acceptable if the official version is not available by the application deadline. If necessary, the official transcript may be submitted after the application deadline once it becomes available.
• Your cover letter must explain how you meet the criteria for the AWL Foundation Scholarship, the Pomeroy Scholarship, and/or the Abrahamson Scholarship. A single letter may address all scholarships, should you chose to apply for more than one.
• Applications must be submitted electronically to the AWL Foundation Scholarship Committee at associationforwomenlawyers@gmail.com.
• You will receive a confirmation email upon receipt of your application. If you do not receive confirmation within 24 hours, please follow-up to ensure your materials were received.

Contact: Association of Women Lawyers Foundation